Mali does not get veterinary treatment even as thousands of caring people around the world have petitioned to move the elephant to a sanctuary in Thailand.

Many animal organizations have also tried to purchase Mali so she can be released, but the Manila Zoo refuses to let her live the natural life that she was intended to live. Mali’s feet
are sore and cracked from pacing the dry dirt in her small captive area.

Is there no compassion left for a poor neglected elephant such as Mali?

Please live with compassion. Speak up for Mali’s release to Thailand.

Contact the zoo, tell them how you feel. Contact local officials who can help free Mali. Go see Mali if you can; it will bring tears to your eyes. Animals suffer so much at the hands of humans who only think of their ego and greed.

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